We expected a music biopic, but what we got was a masterfully directed and terrifically acted portrait of a marriage with a bisexual husband and all the difficulties (secret affairs with gay men) that came along with it, when back in the days of the fifties and sixties, being gay wasnt something one could openly talk about in public. What bliss to be able to watch these 2 great actors perform uninhibited by cuts, with many minutes long lasting scenes filmed from 1 static angle. We applaud director Bradley Cooper and the photographer and editor for this gorgeous and balanced way of filming this portrait. We were really impressed! Carey Mulligan (as the wife of Bernstein) deserves special mention. Her role was more subdued and subtle, but as powerful and touching. She truly shines! This personal account of Leonard Bernstein’s marriage is really a mesmirising, warmhearted portrait, that will leave you behind in your seat with goosebumps and in reverence…Highly recommended.